§401.4. Emergency actions by the secretary of state

            A. After the issuance of an initial proclamation or executive order by the governor declaring a state of emergency within forty-five days prior to an election and if the secretary of state determines that such emergency impairs an election that may otherwise be held except for problems with respect to the relocation or consolidation of polling places within the parish, potential shortages of commissioners, or shortages of voting machines, the secretary of state shall submit notice of such problems and proposed solutions to both the House and Senate committees on governmental affairs as well as the governor's office. Following such notice, the secretary of state shall take necessary actions to ensure the successful execution of the election such as making reasonable adjustments to deadlines and provisions of equipment, staffing, and other resources to ensure a safe, secure, and accessible election.

            B. Within fifteen days following the election, the Department of State shall provide a report to the legislature of actions taken pursuant to this Section.

            Acts 2022, No. 528, §1, eff. Oct. 1, 2022.